Description
Crispy Sweet Potato Fries are a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors, providing a healthier alternative to traditional fries. They are easy to make and are a family favorite that pairs well with various meals.
Ingredients
Scale
2 large Sweet Potatoes
2 tablespoons Olive Oil
1 teaspoon Cornstarch
1 teaspoon Sea Salt
1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1/4 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
Instructions
- Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1/4-inch thick sticks
- Soak the sweet potato sticks in cold water for at least 30 minutes
- Drain and thoroughly dry the sweet potatoes
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper
- Toss the sweet potato sticks with olive oil, cornstarch, sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until coated
- Arrange the fries in a single layer on the baking sheet
- Bake for 15 minutes, flip the fries, and continue baking for another 10-15 minutes until crispy and golden brow
Notes
Ensure the sweet potatoes are cut uniformly for even cooking.
Do not skip the soaking and drying steps for maximum crispiness.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg